Equity Profile

CNX

CNX Resources Corporation

EnergyOil & Gas Exploration & Production$4.8B

Jul23Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

CNX Resources Corporation is an energy company focused on oil and gas exploration and production. With a market cap of $5 billion, it plays a significant role in the energy sector, which is influenced by global oil prices and demand for natural gas.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS (Earnings Per Share)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

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Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales, which is vital for sustaining operations and funding future projects.

N/A

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CNX Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

+53.77%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.09%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, CNX reported an EPS of $2.18, significantly beating estimates by 152.90%. However, the stock experienced a slight decline of 1.04% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations are mixed as CNX has shown strong earnings surprises in recent quarters, but the lack of guidance leaves uncertainty.

Bull Case

If CNX continues its trend of beating earnings estimates, it could see a strong positive reaction from investors, especially if revenue growth is also robust.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or provides weak guidance, it could lead to a significant drop in stock price, reflecting investor disappointment.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter, and how does it compare to previous quarters?

Given CNX's recent strong earnings surprises, the EPS figure will be crucial in determining market sentiment and stock movement.

What is the revenue growth rate for this quarter?

Revenue growth is essential for understanding the company's operational health and future prospects, especially in a fluctuating energy market.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating CNX's ability to leverage its recent operational efficiencies, which could lead to higher-than-expected revenue growth this quarter.

Supporting Evidence

CNX has consistently beaten EPS estimates in recent quarters, indicating strong management performance.

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility that could favor a positive outcome.

Key Risk

If CNX reports an EPS significantly above $2.50, it could challenge the current cautious sentiment in the market.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether CNX can maintain its strong earnings performance amid fluctuating energy prices.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $2.50 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.50 would signal a bear case, suggesting potential operational issues.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±7.41%

Historical Avg

±2.4%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a larger-than-average move, suggesting that traders expect significant volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±7.4% while CNX has averaged ±2.4% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

26.4%

Calls (24K)P/C Ratio: 0.47Puts (1K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Energy

n=30

Fade rate: 7 of 30 (23%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Energy in the last 2 years. 23 of 30 (77%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.4%, with a raw directional average of -1.3% (modestly negative historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If CNX beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.98%, confirming positive market sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors weigh future guidance.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of approximately 1.88%, reflecting investor disappointment and concern over operational performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on production levels and how they compare to previous quarters.
2Insights into cost management strategies and their impact on profitability.
3Comments on market conditions and pricing for oil and gas.
4Any guidance on future revenue expectations and operational plans.
5Details on any new projects or investments that could drive growth.

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Company Snapshot

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS (Earnings Per Share)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales, which is vital for sustaining operations and funding future projects.

N/A

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

CNX Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

+53.77%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.09%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, CNX reported an EPS of $2.18, significantly beating estimates by 152.90%. However, the stock experienced a slight decline of 1.04% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations are mixed as CNX has shown strong earnings surprises in recent quarters, but the lack of guidance leaves uncertainty.

Bull Case

If CNX continues its trend of beating earnings estimates, it could see a strong positive reaction from investors, especially if revenue growth is also robust.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or provides weak guidance, it could lead to a significant drop in stock price, reflecting investor disappointment.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter, and how does it compare to previous quarters?

Given CNX's recent strong earnings surprises, the EPS figure will be crucial in determining market sentiment and stock movement.

What is the revenue growth rate for this quarter?

Revenue growth is essential for understanding the company's operational health and future prospects, especially in a fluctuating energy market.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating CNX's ability to leverage its recent operational efficiencies, which could lead to higher-than-expected revenue growth this quarter.

Supporting Evidence

CNX has consistently beaten EPS estimates in recent quarters, indicating strong management performance.

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility that could favor a positive outcome.

Key Risk

If CNX reports an EPS significantly above $2.50, it could challenge the current cautious sentiment in the market.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether CNX can maintain its strong earnings performance amid fluctuating energy prices.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $2.50 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.50 would signal a bear case, suggesting potential operational issues.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±7.41%

Historical Avg

±2.4%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a larger-than-average move, suggesting that traders expect significant volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±7.4% while CNX has averaged ±2.4% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

26.4%

Calls (24K)P/C Ratio: 0.47Puts (1K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Energy

n=30

Fade rate: 7 of 30 (23%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If CNX beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.98%, confirming positive market sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors weigh future guidance.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of approximately 1.88%, reflecting investor disappointment and concern over operational performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on production levels and how they compare to previous quarters.
2Insights into cost management strategies and their impact on profitability.
3Comments on market conditions and pricing for oil and gas.
4Any guidance on future revenue expectations and operational plans.
5Details on any new projects or investments that could drive growth.